
Description
Fine antique Japanese Showa Era watercolor scroll painting depicting The Crow in the Snow. Sealed by artist in ink. Very well done. Watercolor and ink on paper. Mounted on paper, silk border at the top and bottom of the painting. Lacquered brown wood roller. Good to Fair condition for age - age wear, creases, some staining and foxing, chip on wood roller, small repairs on back. This artwork will look great when trimmed, matted and framed. Japan, late Meiji to early Showa Era, circa 1900-1920s.
Overall 17.10"W x 68.60"H
Painting only 10.90"W x 40.80"H
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good to Fair condition for age - age wear, creases, some staining and foxing, chip on wood roller, small repairs on back. This artwork will look great when trimmed, matted and framed.
Dimensions:
Height: 68.6 in.
Width: 17.1 in.
Depth: 1 in.
Category: Paintings
Origin: Japan
Materials: Lacquer, Paper, Pen and Ink, Silk, Watercolor, Wood
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $78.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No International Shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from DALLAS, TX
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In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Overall 17.10"W x 68.60"H
Painting only 10.90"W x 40.80"H
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good to Fair condition for age - age wear, creases, some staining and foxing, chip on wood roller, small repairs on back. This artwork will look great when trimmed, matted and framed.
Dimensions:
Height: 68.6 in.
Width: 17.1 in.
Depth: 1 in.
Category: Paintings
Origin: Japan
Materials: Lacquer, Paper, Pen and Ink, Silk, Watercolor, Wood
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good to Fair condition for age - age wear, creases, some staining and foxing, chip on wood roller, small repairs on back. This artwork will look great when trimmed, matted and framed.
Buyer's Premium
20%
1920s Late Meiji to Early Showa Japanese Watercolor Scroll Painting, "The Crow and the Snow"
Estimate $430-$1,280
Starting Price
$200
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Heirloom Edit, Session 1
Jan 26, 2026 6:00 PM ESTNew York, NY, United States
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